Hot August Night Trail Race
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Inverness, Florida
- Price $36.55 - $67.45
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Hot August Night Trail Race on Saturday, August 16, 2025, taking place in the stunning Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee Forest in Inverness, Florida! This exciting night race offers participants the choice of 5 miles, 10 miles, or an exhilarating 20 miles, all set against the magical backdrop of nature under the stars. Runners will navigate single-track trails that feature packed sand and pine needles, with gentle ups-and-downs along the way.
As you lace up your running shoes, don't forget your headlamps or flashlights—required for this enchanting nighttime adventure. Dress in bright colors and unleash your creativity to make your outfits shine even brighter! The race begins and ends at Holder Mine, with packet pickup starting at 5 PM. Experience the thrill of crossing the timing mat after each loop, and celebrate your achievement with a handcrafted medal and a post-race picnic. Plus, for those looking to extend their adventure, RV and tent camping sites are available at the Holder Mine Campground. Join us for a night of fitness, fun, and community!
As you lace up your running shoes, don't forget your headlamps or flashlights—required for this enchanting nighttime adventure. Dress in bright colors and unleash your creativity to make your outfits shine even brighter! The race begins and ends at Holder Mine, with packet pickup starting at 5 PM. Experience the thrill of crossing the timing mat after each loop, and celebrate your achievement with a handcrafted medal and a post-race picnic. Plus, for those looking to extend their adventure, RV and tent camping sites are available at the Holder Mine Campground. Join us for a night of fitness, fun, and community!
Organiser's Description
Hot August Night Trail Race is a 5 mile, 10 mile, or 20 mile night trail race in the Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee Forest. Join us under the stars and take in the natural beauty and magic of the forest at night.
The race starts and ends in Holder Mine, Inverness, FL.
Headlamps/Flashlights are REQUIRED during the race. Dress in bright colors and use your creativity to make your outfits "lit"
RACE DETAILS:
The course will be marked with reflective pins and glow sticks. It is entirely on single-track trails. The trails wind through the woods and are packed sand or pine-needle covered, with some gentle ups-and-downs. At the completion of each loop, participants should cross the timing mat.
PACKET PICKUP: Begins at 5pm and continues until 7:25pm.
20 MILE RACE start: 6pm. Runners must begin 2nd loop by 8:30pm. 2 X 10 mile loops.
10 MILE RACE start: 7pm 1 X 10 mile loop.
5 MILE RACE start: 7:30pm 1 X 5 mile loop.
Check-in will start 45 minutes prior to the start of the event you are registered for. The course closes for all distances at 11:00 pm.
AID STATIONS:
5-mile loop: There will be a hydration station on-course (approx 2.4 miles), an aid station at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
10-mile loop: There will be a hydration station & staffed aid station on-course, another aid station available at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
20-mile loop: Two 10-mile loops!
Bring a camp chair and stick around after the race to celebrate your accomplishments! Every finisher earns a handcrafted medal.
CAMPING:
There are RV and tent sites available in the Holder Mine Campground. - Book a campsite. [https://floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com/camping/holder-mine-campground-withlacoochee-state-forest/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=FLFS&parkId=1120172]
The race starts and ends in Holder Mine, Inverness, FL.
Headlamps/Flashlights are REQUIRED during the race. Dress in bright colors and use your creativity to make your outfits "lit"
RACE DETAILS:
The course will be marked with reflective pins and glow sticks. It is entirely on single-track trails. The trails wind through the woods and are packed sand or pine-needle covered, with some gentle ups-and-downs. At the completion of each loop, participants should cross the timing mat.
PACKET PICKUP: Begins at 5pm and continues until 7:25pm.
20 MILE RACE start: 6pm. Runners must begin 2nd loop by 8:30pm. 2 X 10 mile loops.
10 MILE RACE start: 7pm 1 X 10 mile loop.
5 MILE RACE start: 7:30pm 1 X 5 mile loop.
Check-in will start 45 minutes prior to the start of the event you are registered for. The course closes for all distances at 11:00 pm.
AID STATIONS:
5-mile loop: There will be a hydration station on-course (approx 2.4 miles), an aid station at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
10-mile loop: There will be a hydration station & staffed aid station on-course, another aid station available at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
20-mile loop: Two 10-mile loops!
Bring a camp chair and stick around after the race to celebrate your accomplishments! Every finisher earns a handcrafted medal.
CAMPING:
There are RV and tent sites available in the Holder Mine Campground. - Book a campsite. [https://floridastateforests.reserveamerica.com/camping/holder-mine-campground-withlacoochee-state-forest/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=FLFS&parkId=1120172]
Races
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20 Mile Night Race
Incl. $2.45 Fee & T-Shirt - Cotton
Sat 16th August 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$67.45
2 X 10 mile loops. Must begin 2nd loop by 8:30pm Course closes at 11pm -
10 Mile Night Race
Incl. $2.00 Fee & T-Shirt - Cotton
Sat 16th August 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$52.00
1 X 10 mile loop Course closes at 11pm -
5 Mile Night Race
Incl. $1.55 Fee & T-Shirt - Cotton
Sat 16th August 2025 (7:30PM EDT)
$36.55
1 X 5 mile loop. Course closes at 11pm
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